Tsum Valley

Tsum Valley
त्सुम upatyaka
Valley
Interactive map of Tsum Valley
Coordinates: 28°30′N 85°06′E / 28.5°N 85.1°E / 28.5; 85.1
CountryNepal
ProvinceGandaki Province
DistrictGorkha District
Highest elevation
4,000 m (13,000 ft)
Lowest elevation
1,900 m (6,200 ft)
DemonymTsumba

Tsum Valley is a remote Himalayan valley located in the northern part of Gorkha District, in Gandaki Province, Nepal. Nestled within the Manaslu Conservation Area, the valley lies close to the Tibetan border and is known for its unique cultural heritage, sacred Buddhist monasteries, and pristine landscapes. Tsum Valley has been described as a "hidden valley," or Beyul, a concept in Tibetan Buddhism referring to a place of spiritual refuge. This Valley is also known as A Land of Buddhist Impark.

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